tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26157144773995051392023-11-15T06:05:27.635-08:00Carcarshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comBlogger2207125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-39161061193842392102013-03-28T20:57:00.000-07:002013-03-28T20:57:00.796-07:00How to Change the Oil on a Mercedes C230<br>1. Locate oil filter on your Mercedes 230 and place the oil drip pan underneath on the ground. The oil filter will be found under a black cover on the driver's side of the engine, between the valve covers and the firewall. Loosen the filter with an oil filter wrench, about one full turn, to allow oil to flow back into the engine.<br>2. Raise the front of the car with car jack and place it on jack stands. Remove the engine covers from the bottom of the engine by using an 8 mm socket wrench. Position the oil drip pan under the oil drain plug at the rear of the engine's oil pan.<br>3. Loosen the oil pan plug with a 1/2-inch open end wrench and allow the oil to drain into the drain pan. When the oil is completely drained, remove the oil filter from the engine.<br>4. Coat the new oil filter rubber o-ring with a thin layer of oil and screw the filter back onto the engine. Tighten until the filter is snug, but do not over-tighten. Replace the oil drain plug on the drain pan and tighten it with a 1/2-inch open end wrench.<br>5. Remove the oil cap from the valve cover and pour 5.25 quarts of oil into the engine. Replace the oil cap and turn the key in the ignition to the 'on' position for about 10 seconds without starting the engine. This will prime the engine with the new oil. Turn engine on and run it for a couple minutes. Then turn it off.<br>6. Replace the engine covers on the bottom of the engine and remove the jack stands. Dispose of used oil at your local recycling center or automotive store.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-87845549984133374232013-03-28T20:19:00.000-07:002013-03-28T20:19:01.017-07:00How to Extend My BMW Lease Agreement<br>1. Call your BMW lease-end relationship consultant at (800) 959-4BMW (4269) to arrange and negotiate a short-term re-lease. You may re-lease for a minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.<br>2. Talk to your lease-end relationship consultant about the payment and terms of your re-lease. BMW Financial Services will determine a new lease payment within about 30 days out from your current lease maturity date.<br>3. Sign the new re-lease agreement to keep a lease on the BMW you are driving if you are satisfied with the terms.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-10432537897970935272013-03-28T20:18:00.000-07:002013-03-28T20:18:00.683-07:00Audi TT Fuel Flap Removal<br>1. Turn the Audi TT off and go to the rear passenger side where the fuel tank flap is located. Push in on the outer edge of the flap to unlatch it and pop it open.<br>2. Locate the three Phillips head screws that lie along the inside rim of the fuel flap collar equidistance from each other. Unscrew each screw and keep the screws somewhere safe for possible reuse. Slide a flat-head screwdriver into the seam between the inside rim and car body. The collar is also cemented onto the body panel, but it can be separated with a light rocking back and forth.<br>3. Pull the collar with the fuel flap off the body panel slowly as it is still attached to the door sensor. The door sensor tells the Audi TT when the fuel flap is open and when it is closed. Unplug the door sensor from the fuel flap collar and drape it down on the side. If you are going to paint the Audi TT with the fuel flap off, tape over the hole to prevent paint from sealing the gas cap shut.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-44053075018124724442013-03-28T18:58:00.000-07:002013-03-28T18:58:00.646-07:00How to Remove an Audi Fuel Pump<br>1. Remove the fuel filler cap, start the car and leave it running until the fuel tank is completely empty. The engine will cut off once the fuel has run out. Turn off the ignition<br>2. Use the pliers to disconnect the negative battery cable. Before disconnecting the battery, ensure you have the correct security code for the car radio, as all systems will be reset once the battery is disconnected.<br>3. Open the trunk and remove the trunk flooring cover. Locate the fuel tank behind the rear passenger seat. Remove the cover.<br>4. Lift the cover. Using the 1/4-inch ratchet and socket wrench remove the nut. With the nut removed, you will gain access to the fuel pump.<br>5. Disconnect the harness connector, fuel supply, return hose from the flange and remove the electrical connectors. Use an old rag to catch any excess fuel from the fuel lines.<br>6. Turn the fuel pump counter-clockwise until it unlocks and can be removed.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-41921059312736857942013-03-28T17:36:00.000-07:002013-03-28T17:36:00.985-07:00How to Get the Serial Number From a BMW Business Radio<br>For BMWs Manufactured in 2000 and After<br>1. Insert your key into the ignition but make sure it is in the "Off" position.<br>2. Locate the “M” button. In some BMWs the ”M” button will be between two arrows, one facing left and the other facing right. The "M" button is on the front of the BMW business radio with the other radio control buttons.<br>3. Press and hold the "M" button while turning the key. Only turn the key to turn on the radio, but do not start the car.<br>4. Look for the serial number on your radio display. The serial number should flash across the screen. It will not disappear unless you press other buttons on the radio to access the menu.<br>For 1999 and Older BMWs<br>5. Remove the radio unit from the chassis to view your serial number for model year vehicles 1999 and older.<br>6. Locate a resource or professional to properly remove the radio unit from your vehicle. The procedure for removing the radio may be slightly different, therefore, find specific instructions for your year and model. Research various sites online that will give you step-by-step instructions for removing your audio system properly to retrieve your serial number.<br>7. Look on the back of the chassis of your radio to locate your serial number. Your serial number will start with either "F, Pha, P, BP or AL."<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-9332981904843842202013-03-28T17:21:00.000-07:002013-03-28T17:21:00.287-07:00The Transmission Won#039;t Shift in My 2002 Mercedes<br>1. Put your foot on the brake and attempt to move the gear shift out of park. The park-brake interlock system will not allow you to move your car's shift stick into position unless your foot is on the brake. By applying the brake you will be able to shift freely.<br>2. Remove the console covering the shifter. The console can be easily removed to check for other problems if applying the brake does not work. The Mercedes-Benz has cupholders near the base of the transmission shift stick. If spilled liquid enters the shifting console it can stop it from functioning.<br>3. Use a clean cloth soaked in an alcohol solution to clean the inside of the stick shift. Make sure you remove any residue that might be causing the issue.<br>4. Locate the safety override button near the base of the shifter mechanism if these solutions fail to fix the problem. Pushing this button will override the park brake interlock system and allow you to drive your car to be serviced. If you need to resort to this step it is likely that the solenoid or cable mechanism is broken and needs repair.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-82197834712419944132013-03-28T16:51:00.000-07:002013-03-28T16:51:00.682-07:00How to Remove the TDI Injector<br>1. Pop the hood. Open the gas door and remove the gas cap. Locate the injector pump, which is on the driver's side of the engine. Disconnect the fuel lines running to the injector pump and the injectors with a line wrench.<br>2. Unbolt the injector from the cylinder head using the 3/8-inch ratchet and the 27-millimeter deep-well socket. Take the injector out of the engine.<br>3. Unbolt the injector heat shield from the head with the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-66009294427014960702013-03-28T16:30:00.000-07:002013-03-28T16:30:00.998-07:00How to Reset an Airbag Light<br>1. Put the key into the ignition and turn the switch to the 'on' position.<br>2. Watch for the airbag light to turn on. It will stay illuminated for seven seconds and then shut itself off. After it shuts off, immediately turn the switch off and wait three seconds.<br>3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 two more times.<br>4. Start the engine. The SRS light should come on for seven seconds, and then shut off and stay off. The airbag light has been reset.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-60660851022841195752013-03-28T15:35:00.000-07:002013-03-28T15:35:00.385-07:00How to Change the Turn Signal for the BMW X5<br>1. Turn the headlight dial on the dash to '0.' This ensures that the power to the headlight assembly is turned off. Shut down the X5's engine; pull the hood release lever and open the hood.<br>2. Look at the back panel of the headlight assembly to find the turn signal. The turn signal is the outermost bub in the assembly. It's right on the edge of the interior fender liner on either side of the X5. You'll see a plastic cap.<br>3. Rotate the plastic cap to the left to remove it. Now you'll see the turn signal bulb.<br>4. Turn the bulb holder to the left to disconnect it. The bulb is now free from the assembly. Pull the connection to unplug the wiring from the bulb holder.<br>5. Attach the replacement bulb's holder to the wiring. It simply plugs in. Place the new bulb into the assembly and turn it to the right. Attach the plastic cap and rotate it to the right to recover the bulb holder.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-21596870407455879142013-03-28T15:24:00.000-07:002013-03-28T15:24:00.155-07:00How to Install a Radio for an Audi A4<br>1. Remove the existing radio. In most cases, an Audi radio removal will require the use of European radio removal tools. These can be purchased from many auto parts stores, and may be ordered from the dealership as well.<br>2. Inspect the factory wiring harness. Make sure that the factory harness will plug into the aftermarket radio harness with ease. Also, check the antenna adapter to ensure a proper fit.<br>3. Connect the aftermarket radio harness to the vehicles radio replacement harness. Solder all connections and insulate them with heat shrink tubing or electrical tape.<br>4. Mount the dash kit to the vehicle using the hardware provided. In some Audi models, the dash kit will secure itself using plastic clips, and no additional hardware is required. In other models, screws are necessary. Any necessary hardware will be included in the kit.<br>5. Plug the aftermarket harness and antenna adapter into the vehicle. Connect the remaining end into the radio. Place the radio into the dash kit and slide the unit into place. Test the new radio thoroughly for function to ensure a proper installation.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-54898118015374204632013-03-28T13:45:00.000-07:002013-03-28T13:45:00.448-07:00How to remove the door panels on Mercedes Benz (96<br>1. Remove the triangular panel near the rear view mirror. This can be removed using a standard screwdriver to pop out the retaining clip.<br>2. Remove screw on the door jamb. This screw holds a black metal cover.<br>3. Pull out the "Air Bag" badge above the door handle and remove the screw.<br>4. Using a flat tool, pop the bottom of the door panel which is held in place by plastic retainers.<br>5. You should be able to jiggle the door panel off by pulling up using the handle or lifting up the bottom of the door panel.<br>6. Remove the wires that are attached to the tweeter and the door lock switch.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-21033077832395950412013-03-28T09:44:00.000-07:002013-03-28T09:44:00.618-07:00How to Set the Memory Features for the Audi<br>1. Turn on your car and turn on the radio.<br>2. Skip to the radio station that you would like to save.<br>3. Choose a number to save the radio station to and press the numbered button while also pressing down the 'Memory' button on the stereo.<br>4. Hold the two buttons until the radio beeps and the display flashes, which indicates that the radio station has been saved.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-88155730101803726482013-03-28T08:33:00.000-07:002013-03-28T08:33:00.559-07:00How to Decode an Old BMW Radio<br>1. Enter your car. Insert the key in the ignition. Leave it in the 'OFF' position.<br>2. Locate the 'M' button on your radio. Press and hold it.<br>3. Turn the key to the 'On' position. Turn on the radio with the 'M' button pressed.<br>4. Write down the serial number that displays on your radio. Contact your BMW dealership. Ask for the unlock code.<br>5. Provide your serial number. Write down the unlock code.<br>6. Press and hold the 'Tuner' button. Enter the unlock code. Wait for the radio to turn on once you entered the code.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-7673361813746230072013-03-28T08:22:00.000-07:002013-03-28T08:22:00.027-07:00How to Install Chrome Rings on a BMW X5<br>1. Purchase the chrome rings from an aftermarket vendor. Many vendors exist, so shop around for the best prices and buy the ones that you think look the best.<br>2. Move and park your X5 into a well lit area. Once you have moved your car, unscrew the two T10 torx screws from the top of the instrument panel.<br>3. Insert a flathead screwdriver between the lip of the instrument panel and the dash to gently dislodge the panel.<br>4. Disconnect the black, white and blue connectors on the back of the cluster. Once you have removed the connectors, press in a tab on the back of the cluster and move the release bar to fully disengage the instrument panel from the X5.<br>5. Put your panel face down on a clean work area free of dust and debris and locate the 5 'X' connectors. Use a pair of flat-nosed pliers and twist all 5 'X' connectors so that they are parallel to the bottom of the of the instrument panel. As you twist the 'X' connectors, use a flathead screwdriver to pry the panel apart.<br>6. Clean the chrome rings and snap them into place on your instrument panel.<br>7. Once you are finished, reassemble the instrument panel and connect it to your BMW X5.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-82629295635892517132013-03-28T07:58:00.001-07:002013-03-28T07:58:00.792-07:00How to Join a Mercedes Car Club<br>1. Investigate the Mercedes car club your dealer has to offer. Dealers offer new owners membership in AMG Lounge, an online forum for Mercedes AMG owners, and the Owners Online club, an online resource for Mercedes owners. Name and vehicle identification number are required to register.<br>2. Join the official 'Mercedes-Benz Club of America.' Your membership fee will enroll you in the national Mercedes-Benz club and a local chapter where you can meet other Mercedes enthusiasts.<br>3. Surf the Internet for Mercedes clubs and forums. Online registration is usually required and fee structures depend on the website you are interested in joining.<br>4. Visit local 'Classic Car' clubs. Mercedes has been selling cars for over 100 years, so quite a few classic car enthusiasts are Mercedes enthusiasts.<br>5. Visit a local car show and ask about local Mercedes car clubs. The exhibitors may not be from your community, but they can refer you to the organization hosting the car show or club members of note in your community.<br>6. Ask your mechanic for club referrals, especially if you are interested in the technical side of automobiles. A Mercedes' mechanic may be the best source to guide you to the Mercedes club that best suits your needs.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-7176277658831733812013-03-28T07:58:00.000-07:002013-03-28T07:58:00.033-07:00How to Replace the Wiper Blade Insert in an Audi<br>1. Lift the wiper blade arm away from the Audi windshield so it is at a 90 degree angle before attempting to replace the wiper blade insert.<br>2. Slide the wiper blade metal rail and insert out of the wiper arm with a pair of needle nose pliers, starting at the farthest point away from you and removing the rail toward you.<br>3. Pull the rubber insert out of the metal rail with the pliers and discard the rubber insert.<br>4. Slide the new rubber insert into the metal rail. Place the metal rail and rubber insert into the wiper arm, sliding it back into the arm the way it came out.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-48419974046931926612013-03-28T07:38:00.000-07:002013-03-28T07:38:01.717-07:00How to Fix Audi A6 Brake Lights<br>1. Unscrew the lens cover on the Audi's brake light using the Phillips-head screwdriver. Once the cover is removed, unscrew the existing bulb with your hands.<br>2. Check the brake light socket for corrosion. If necessary, clean the interior of the socket with the plastic scrub brush and wipe it clean with the dry cloth.<br>3. Open the A6's trunk and lift up the interior mat with your hands. Unscrew the interior panel in the floor of the trunk using the Phillips-head screwdriver.<br>4. Locate the fuse panel in the middle of the trunk's interior panel. The fuse panel is green with a number of colored fuses attached to the surface. Check the brake light fuses, which are red and located in the top row of fuses, to make sure they are wired properly. Make sure the ends of the brake light wires are securely attached to the fuses. If necessary, unwind the brake light wires, strip some additional covering from the wires, and re-attach the wires to the fuses by crimping the wire ends firmly with your hands.<br>5. Replace the cover of the interior panel and screw it into place. Screw the replacement bulb into the brake light socket with your hands. Replace the brake light lens cover and screw it into place.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-65377501973405808632013-03-28T06:11:00.000-07:002013-03-28T06:11:00.269-07:00How to Reset My BMW X5<br>1. Locate the diagnostic port located under your X5's steering wheel.<br>2. Plug the reset tool into the diagnostic port and allow it to turn on automatically.<br>3. Press the 'Reset' button on the diagnostic tool to make the tool flash your BMW's diagnostic system and clear the service indicator lights.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-65792124380891037292013-03-28T05:55:00.000-07:002013-03-28T05:55:00.485-07:00How to Program a BMW Keyless Remote<br>1. Close all of the car's doors and open the trunk and the driver's side door. Sit in the driver's seat and close the driver's door behind you.<br>2. Insert your key into the ignition and cycle it from 'Off' to 'On' five times in five seconds.<br>3. Wait for a chirp to sound from the car and open and close the driver's door.<br>4. Press any button on your remote and wait for the light on the remote to flash to indicate successful programming.<br>5. Close the trunk lid to end the programming sequence.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-19737422777214739872013-03-28T05:25:00.000-07:002013-03-28T05:25:00.129-07:00Changing the Headlights on a Mercedes W211<br>1. Turn off your Mercedes W211, and prop open the hood.<br>2. Tape around the silhouette of the bumper and the headlight bezel to protect the paint.<br>3. Remove the push-lock fasteners in each wheel well. Pry them out using your pliers, or use the screwdriver as a wedge.<br>4. Remove the two clips below the lower portion of the central grille, and pull this lower portion of the grille upward and away from the bumper to remove it.<br>5. Remove the four 8-mm screws from below the lower bumper.<br>6. Remove the pair of screws in each wheel well holding the lower bumper to the fender.<br>7. Pull the lower bumper off the bottom front of the vehicle, just below the larger bumper.<br>8. Remove the two 10-mm bolts that were revealed when you removed the lower portion of the grille.<br>9. Remove the 8-mm bolts between each headlight cavity.<br>10. Remove the 10-mm plastic nuts in the front wheel wells using the socket wrench. These plastic nuts are near the push-lock fasteners you removed earlier.<br>11. Pull out the interfender panel near the wheel well. Look for the small screw that secures the fender to the bumper clamp. Remove this screw with a #20 Torx wrench.<br>12. Remove the last two front 10-mm bolts near the central grille holding the bumper to the vehicle. You should have someone hold the bumper while you do this. Pull the bumper off the vehicle and set it down gently.<br>13. Remove the four 8-mm bolts securing each headlight.<br>14. Pull the headlight slightly out of its cavity, and disconnect the four wiring harnesses from the rear of the headlight.<br>15. Install the new headlight by connecting the four wiring harness and securing the headlight in the socket with the four 8-mm bolts. Remount the bumper, lower bumper and lower portion of the central grille using the fasteners you have already removed.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-75640855920678884502013-03-28T04:47:00.000-07:002013-03-28T04:47:00.252-07:00How to Change a Cabin Air Filter<br>1. Locate the cabin air filter access cover. Typically it is found under the hood at the very back of the engine compartment, or under the dash on the passenger side.<br>2. Using your screwdriver, unscrew the cover and remove the old cabin air filter.<br>3. Compare the new cabin air filter to the old one to make sure it is the proper size.<br>4. Set the old cabin air filter aside.<br>5. Using your rag, wipe out the cabin air filter compartment to remove remaining dirt and dust.<br>6. Place the new cabin air filter in the compartment, pressing down and side to side to ensure proper fit. Some filters have a foam gasket on the underside; make sure the filter is installed correctly.<br>7. Replace the cabin air filter access cover.<br>8. Wipe yourself and the area clean with rags.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-89294548910292403932013-03-28T04:45:00.000-07:002013-03-28T04:45:00.389-07:00How to Change Audi TT Headlights<br>1. First, select the new headlights you want to install. The Audi TT can use a high-intensity discharge (HID) bulb or an light-emitting diode (LED) package. Choose which one you want from an auto parts store.<br>2. To access the headlights, you must pop the trunk and remove the headlights from behind the casings. Open the trunk and find the back of the headlight wires. These should feed right into the middle of the headlight assembly.<br>3. Loosen the securing screws around the headlight connection. The connection is a small plastic piece at the end of the wires. Some twisting and maneuvering may be needed to get at the screws. Loosen all the screws but do not completely remove them.<br>4. Once the screws are loosened, twist the headlight connector until it pulls freely out of the headlamp case. The bulb and connector will come out together.<br>5. Release the headlight bulb from the connector by depressing the clip or attachment (some models may have different types of clips) and pull out the bulb.<br>6. Insert the new bulbs by sliding them into the connectors. Replace the bulbs in the headlamp. Turn and lock them in place behind the screws, then tighten the screws to secure them.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-7762864591612608572013-03-28T04:24:00.000-07:002013-03-28T04:24:01.244-07:00How to Change the Timing Chain on a 525I BMW<br>1. Buy a timing chain that is made specifically for the BMW 525i 2.5L engine. Most auto parts store or online vendors carry the timing chain needed. Lift the hood of your vehicle and disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the vibration damper and hub assembly to reach the upper and lower timing case covers. Remove case covers. Refer to the vehicle service or owner's manual to identify vehicle parts.<br>2. Use a ratchet and pinch the upper timing chain tensioner to hold it in place. Use a wrench to remove the upper timing chain sprockets. Remove the camshafts that run along the side of the timing chain. Loosen bolts holding the upper timing chain guide in place. Remove the timing chain and upper timing chain guide. Remove the ratchet holding the upper timing chain tensioner. Remove the crankshaft sprocket and tensioning rail if necessary. Remove the Woodruff key.<br>3. Install the new timing chain. Replace the Woodruff key and reattach the crankshaft sprocket and tensioning rail. Reattach camshaft sprockets and tighten bolts using a wrench to 16 foot pounds (22Nm). Reattach and tighten lower timing cover bolts to 6.5 to 8.0 foot pounds (9 to 11Nm). Reattach the vibration damper hub bolt and tighten to 17 foot pounds (23 Nm).<br>4. Replace the upper and lower timing case covers. Start the engine to make sure the timing chain is installed properly.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-6583653869614741352013-03-28T01:56:00.000-07:002013-03-28T01:56:01.211-07:00How to Change the Brake Lights on an Audi<br>1. Open the trunk and pull back the carpet in the cargo luggage area.<br>2. Locate the nuts holding the brake light housing cover. Remove these nuts with a socket wrench.<br>3. Remove the housing cover and disconnect the electrical wiring from the bulb housing.<br>4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to unlock it from the housing. Pull the bulb straight out of the housing.<br>5. Install the new bulb, reassemble the housing and replace the carpet in the trunk. Installation is the reverse of removal.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2615714477399505139.post-49866847787472527092013-03-27T23:47:00.000-07:002013-03-27T23:47:00.344-07:00How to Buy a BMW 3 Series<br>1. Go to the BMW USA website to familiarize yourself with the 3 Series and its options. Choose the '3' from the top of the page; click on the body style and level you wish to pursue. Keep in mind that the xDrive models offer standard all-wheel-drive, other options offer standard rear-wheel-drive.<br>2. Click on 'view model highlights' to view the level's standard features. Doing this saves you time at the dealership, as you'll become knowledgeable of which level you want. View 'features and specs' from the left side menu at anytime to see a break down of specifications and standard level features.<br>3. Click on the 'build your own' option. From here, you can build the 3 Series as you see fit. At the same time, you can view pricing for a variety of tempting luxury options. Once you're done building the vehicle, click 'print' from the right side menu so that you can use the information for shopping purchases.<br>4. Click 'estimate a payment' once building is complete. Choose your state from the drop down box and whether you'd prefer to lease or finance from the 'options' boxes. Options are already filled out and calculated payments do not include taxes or fees.<br>5. Change the down payment amount if you would like. You can also change the rate, although the rate listed is one offered as a special rate from BMW Financial Services. If you do not plan to use BMW's special offer, change the rate to one you see fit (you can check your bank's website for current new-car auto loan rates).<br>6. Apply online through BMW Financial Services by clicking 'apply online for finance,' if you'd prefer. Otherwise, you can contact your bank for a pre-approval to have handy when you visit the dealership. The credit application you submit from the BMW website is forwarded to a local dealer of your choice--you are asked to choose a dealer before submitting.<br>7. Contact the local BMW dealership you want to use once you have your pre-approval. Make an appointment or stop in with your 3 Series print-out. Ask to test drive the model you want and find the one you want to buy, whether it is the one you built or a different model built to suit your needs if you've decided on a different level.<br>8. Tell the BMW consultant that you have a pre-approval. If it's from a bank other than BMW Financial Services, the consultant will provide you with the information that you'll need to retrieve your check, such as the vehicle identification number (VIN) and buyer's order, which lists all pricing and total finance amount. If financing through BMW Financial Services, the dealer will have your approval on hand and will be able to complete your loan paperwork when you are.<br>9. Bring the buyer's order to your financing bank to complete your paperwork. Whether financing through the dealer or independently, you'll need to provide your driver's license, vehicle registration (if transferring plates), most recent paystub and proof of residency, such as a recent utility bill. Give the check to the dealer upon return for pick up, or simply sign all paperwork at the BMW dealership. Provide any down payment at this time.<br>10. Sign all of your state's required motor vehicle department forms, as the dealer handles all insurance, plates, taxes and registration paperwork, even if financing independently. Your consultant will explain your vehicle's options and features entirely, secure your plates and provide you with any additional vehicle or state information before you leave in your new 3 Series.<br>carshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14696585657284091813noreply@blogger.com